Abstract
Saliva, produced by Salivary Glands (SGs), is a secretory product composed of several components, which are essential for the structural and functional maintenance of the oral cavity. Among the salivary components, SGs produce epidermal growth factor (EGF), an important factor for oral mucosa regeneration, and the V-ATPase, a proton pump that maintains the salivary pH. Surrounding the gla…